Status
Available
Publication
Amsterdam: J. Wolters, J. Pauli, 1715. French edition (with much omitted) titled L’existence de Dieu, demontrée par les merveilles de la nature; English edition titled The Religious Philosopher, or the Right Use of Contemplating the Works of the Creator
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Local notes
Bible science, design in nature, and literal truth of Bible. Refutation of "Spinozism" (world governed by providence and design, not chance or necessity).
Pp 23ff: Presents example of finding a watch ("horologie") on the heath ("het sandige Duine"), pre-dating Paley.
Pp 23ff: Presents example of finding a watch ("horologie") on the heath ("het sandige Duine"), pre-dating Paley.